Get Licensed with Confidence – Your HGV or PSV Operator Licence in Bedford
Don’t let paperwork or compliance hurdles hinder your commercial transport business in Bedford — get licensed with confidence.
The Transport Consultancy offers expert guidance for operators applying for Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) and Passenger Service Vehicle (PSV) Operator Licences in Bedford and surrounding areas. With over 20 years of experience, we support operators through the detailed and often complex application process, including helping those with previous compliance issues or complex fleet management needs.
Whether you operate a single vehicle or a large fleet of coaches, buses, or minibuses, we manage your entire Operator Licence application from start to finish, ensuring compliance with DVSA requirements and Traffic Commissioner regulations.
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Our service is clear, efficient, and designed to make licensing straightforward.
What is an Operator Licence for HGV and PSV?
In Bedford, an Operator Licence (O-Licence) is a legal requirement for any commercial operation of HGVs or PSVs. Issued by the Traffic Commissioner and regulated by the DVSA, this licence verifies that your vehicles, drivers, and operations comply with stringent safety, financial, and professional standards. This includes vehicle maintenance, driver hours regulations, tachograph use, and record keeping.
Why You Need an Operator Licence
Holding an Operator Licence demonstrates to the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA that:
- Your Bedford transport business is financially sound and capable of maintaining a safe and compliant fleet.
- Your HGV or PSV vehicles meet the standards outlined in the DVSA Guide to Maintaining Roadworthiness.
- Drivers comply with legal regulations on working hours and tachograph usage.
- Your operation is competent and meets all relevant legal requirements.
Failure to hold or comply with licence conditions can lead to fines, licence revocation, and prohibition from operating commercial vehicles.
Types of Operator Licences in Bedford
| Licence Type | Vehicles Covered | Key Notes |
| Restricted Licence | 1–2 goods vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes | Suitable for smaller operators; requires one named Transport Manager. |
| Standard National Licence | Goods vehicles over 3.5 tonnes or more than 2 vehicles | UK-wide operations; must meet financial, operating centre, and qualified Transport Manager requirements. |
| Standard International Licence | Any number of goods vehicles operating internationally | Includes compliance with international driving hours and tachograph rules. |
| Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Licence | Buses, coaches, and minibuses designed to carry passengers | Regulated separately by the Traffic Commissioner for passenger transport operations. |
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Protecting Your Operator Licence in Bedford
Your licence is crucial to the success and legality of your fleet in Bedford. Losing it could halt your operations completely.
Common risks to your licence:
- Failing to maintain vehicles as per DVSA roadworthiness guidelines.
- Violations of drivers’ hours or tachograph regulations.
- Poor record-keeping and failed audits.
- Inadequate oversight from a qualified Transport Manager.
Even minor compliance issues can attract warnings, fines, or reports leading to revocation. Staying audit-ready and compliant is essential to avoid Desk Based Assessments and protect your business reputation.
Our Operator Licence Application Service – Bedford
We provide end-to-end assistance to Bedford operators, including:
✅ Help with completing and submitting your application to the Traffic Commissioner.
✅ Support assembling financial documentation, maintenance plans, and public notices.
✅ Assistance in appointing qualified Internal or External Transport Managers.
✅ Advice on locating and securing DVSA-compliant Operating Centres.
✅ Guidance for adherence to DVSA-approved systems in maintenance, drivers’ hours compliance, and record-keeping.
✅ Ongoing consultancy to ensure compliance and audit readiness.
Public notice drafting and regulator liaison are included in our full service.
Fees (besides consultancy):
- HGV Application Fee: £257
- PSV Application Fee: £209
- Interim HGV Fee: £68
- Public Notice Fee: £200 + VAT
- Granting Fee: £401 (HGV only, 5-year renewal)
From Application to Approval – Licence-Ready Support
Our expert team ensures:
- Efficient processing of your licence application, documentation, and DVSA communication.
- Tailored compliance audits to reduce refusal risks specific to Bedford fleets.
- Qualified Transport Manager support to meet licensing and safety standards.
- Continuous compliance guidance for vehicles, drivers, and record-keeping.
Operate with confidence in Bedford while avoiding fines, licence warnings, or revocation.
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Why Choose The Transport Consultancy?
Our sector expertise reduces application delays, minimises refusal risks, and guarantees your Bedford transport operation meets all legal requirements from day one.
👉 Let us manage your Operator Licence application so you can focus on successfully running your fleet.
Book your compliance check today and protect your licence before enforcement or public inquiries.
Stay audit-ready with professional, tailored support for Bedford transport operators.